Kate, Jordan, and Wendy attempt to conceal Gossip Girl's identity from a determined Mike. Audrey breaks down after Max and Aki go away on a trip without her.

A familiar figure blackmails Kate into ruining an important event. Obie proposes a transactional offer that would destroy his family to Gossip Girl.

While Audrey juggles her father, his new girlfriend, and Kiki's launch, Gossip Girl drives a wedge between her and Julien.